7:30am-5:00pm Registration BALLROOM FOYER
9:00am-4:00pm Board of Directors Meetings CONCORDE
8:30am-9:00am Pre-Meeting Breakfast BALLROOM FOYER
Transportation & Logistics Council, Inc.
9:00am-5:00pm Optional Seminars
I. Contracting for Transportation & Logistics Services WOODWAY
Presented by Raymond A. Selvaggio, Esq.
An intensive workshop on the practical and legal aspects of contracting for both purchasers and providers of transportation and logistics services. Includes a review of important legal principles, statutes, regulations and a “walk through” and in-depth discussion of actual contract provisions, terms and conditions.
II. Freight Claims in Plain English RICHMOND
Presented by Gerard F. Smith, Esq.
Based on the recently published 4th edition of the text by George Carl Pezold & William J. Augello, this session covers basics of carrier liability, bills of lading, burdens of proof, defenses, damages, limitations of liability, time limits, liability of freight forwarders, intermediaries, warehousemen, air and ocean carriers.
III. Transportation, Logistics and the Law SAN FELIPE
A Presented by Andrew M. Danas, Partner
This unique one-day course based upon Bill Augello’s landmark text is designed to provide a basic working knowledge of the laws and regulations affecting the supply chain and governing the relationships between the parties ---- shippers, carriers, and intermediaries. This is the vital information you need for minimizing risks and protecting revenues for your organization and for your own individual professional growth.
IV. CCP Primer Class SAN FELIPE A Presented by David Nordt, CCP The CCP Primer Class is a fast-moving intense one day review for individuals preparing to take the CCP Exam. Attendees must apply and be pre-approved by CCPAC to participate in the class and/or exam on Wednesday.
10:00am-10:30am Mid-Morning Break BALLROOM FOYER
12:00pm-1:00 pm Luncheon BALLROOM C
3:00pm-3:30 pm Mid-Afternoon Break. BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-8:30am Pre-Meeting Breakfast BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-5:00pm Registration BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-5:00pm Exhibits BALLROOM FOYER
8:30am-10:00am General Session I BALLROOM A/B
CHALLENGES FOR 2025 As we enter 2025, domestic and international politics, administration policies, changes to laws and regulations will have a major impact on both our domestic and international supply chains. And extraordinary events such as the wars in the Ukraine and the Middle East, and environmental threats due to global warming are destined to continue. Leading experts will peer into the crystal ball and give their views on what to expect and what we should be doing for the future.
Moderator: Jeffrey L. Meyer, Senior Manager Transportation, Nestle Purina PetCare
Panelists: Chris Burroughs, President & CEO, Transportation Intermediaries Association
William B. Cassidy, Senior Editor, The Journal of Commerce
Shareen Larmond, President, West Gulf Maritime Association
10:00am-10:30am Mid-Morning Break BALLROOM FOYER
10:30am-12:00pm General Session II BALLROOM A/B
TARIFFS AND TRADE WARS Even before the elections last November the threatened tariffs on imports had already started to result in significant re-alignment of our sourcing of goods, domestic logistics and distribution facilities as well as relationships with China and other international trading partners. This panel will cover: What countries and types of goods and services are affected; The economic impacts on consumer goods, services such as entertainment and technology; Retaliation against U.S. Exports; Effect on American investments in foreign countries – and foreign investments in U.S.; Re-shoring - effect on logistics and distribution facilities; Impact of changes to “de minimis” rules.
Moderator: Rennie Alston, CEO, American River Group of Companies
Panelists: Andrew M. Danas, Partner, Grove, Jaskiewicz and Cobert
Marianne Rowden, CEO, E-Merchants Trade Council
Joseph M. Spraragen, Partner, Grunfeld Desiderio Lebowitz Silverman & Klestadt
12:00pm-1:30pm Luncheon - Guest Speaker: BALLROOM C
Gary Thomas, Crime Analyst, CargoNet
1:30pm -3:00pm General Session III BALLROOM A/B
LAW OF THE LAND, LAW OF THE JUNGLE A continuation of the ever-popular annual session where “Lawyers Explain the Law, and Businessmen Tell It Like It Is”.
Moderator: Gerard F. Smith, Esq., Pezold, Smith, Hirschmann & Selvaggio
Panelists: James Attridge, Esq., Business Trial Lawyer
Ed A. Caruso, President, Lakeshore Logistics
Kathleen C. Jeffries, Partner, Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary
Ronald Leibman, Partner, McCarter & English
Carla Bay Rumford, CCP, Sr. Operations Support Manager, BM2 Freight Service
Deena Walechka, CCP, Claims Specialist II, Risk Mgmt., FedEx Custom Critical
3:00pm-3:30pm Mid-Afternoon Break BALLROOM FOYER
3:30pm-5:00pm GENERAL SESSION IV BALLROOM A/B
FIGHTING CARGO THEFT AND FRAUD Transportation theft, pilferage and other events that disrupt the supply chain have been with us for years. Unfortunately, criminals have become more sophisticated, and technology has helped to spawn a new wave of crime - fraud. This panel will discuss: Identification of risks and vulnerability; Strategic thefts - fictitious pick-ups, identify theft and theft by deception; “Cyber Crime” - hacking, data theft and ransomware; Best practices for prevention; Law enforcement resources and What federal agencies are doing.
Moderator: Deena Walechka, CCP, Claims Specialist II, Risk Mgmt., FedEx Custom Critical
Panelists: Scott A. Cornell, National Practice Leader, Transportation,Travelers Inland Marine
Rich Halverson, Group Security/Profit Protections, Dyson
Daniel Ramon, Director of Intelligence and Response, Overhaul Risk Advisory Services
5:15pm-6:15pm CCPAC Annual Meeting BALLROOM A/B
All CCPAC Members and those desiring more information about becoming a CCPAC member are invited to attend the annual business meeting. Officers will be elected followed by announcements, awards plus any new or old business presented before the membership and door prizes. Attendees of this meeting will earn an additional .50 ceus-CCPAC continuing education credits.
7:30am-8:30am Pre-Meeting Breakfast BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-5:00pm Registration BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-5:00pm Exhibits BALLROOM FOYER
8:30am-10:00am General Session V BALLROOM A/B
FREIGHT CLAIMS – BACK TO BASICS This team of Certified Claims Professionals will provide an overview of the claims process and basic practical advice for anyone who deals with claims for loss and damage. Topics will include: What is a freight claim; How to investigate a claim; Preparing a freight claim; Who to file a claim against; Carrier liability – Carmack & beyond; Types of claims and actions to take; Time lines through the life cycle of a claim; Carrier reasons for claim denials and an opportunity for questions from the attendees.
Moderator: Carrie Frisbie, CCP, Director, Cargo Claims, SEKO Logistics Corporate
Panelist: Tony Bennett, CCP, Manager, Transportation Compliance and Claims, Kenco Management Services
Robyn Connelly, CCP, Claims Manager, Syfan Logistics
Christine Gramse, CCP, Transportation Claims & Audit Specialist, Land O’Lakes
Tessy Merrick, CCP, Legal Operations Specialist, Consultant
10:00am-10:30am Mid-Morning Break BALLROOM FOYER
10:30am-12:00pm Workshop 1 BALLROOM A/C
RISK ANALYSIS AND INSURANCE Do your insurance policies actually cover the foreseeable risks and events that “could happen” and interrupt your supply chain and your business? This workshop will cover the basic differences, what risks can be insured and scope of coverage for: Cargo legal liability insurance; Broker surety bonds and “contingent” liability insurance; Shipper interest cargo insurance; Fraud, deceit and Cyber-attack insurance; Protection against vicarious liability; Coverage for economic damages for delay, strikes, etc.
Moderator: Jeffrey L. Meyer, Senior Manager Transportation, Nestle Purina PetCare
Panelists: Adam Green, Managing Principal, Transportation & Logistics, Epic Brokers
Matthew C. Koch, Esq., Marwedel, Minichello & Reeb
Drew Singleton Wilder, CEO, Vicarious Liability Risk Management
10:30am-12:00pm Workshop 2 CONCORDE
PACKAGING FOR TRANSPORTATION Packaging is a muti-billion-dollar industry worldwide and includes everything from consumer goods to industrial products and materials. It is a major element in the prevention of loss or damage, and the cost of transporting goods. This workshop will cover: Basics of loss prevention, Protection against theft or pilferage; Impact of the new NMFC density-based classifications on packaging design and palletization; Best practices including LTL packaging specifications in the NMFC and for TL, rail and intermodal shipments; Alternative packaging and new methods; Environmental concerns and recyclable materials.
Moderator: Christopher Kitchen, Sr. Manager, LCC, Claims, Rates & Compliance, Molson Coors Beverage Company
Jessica Renner, CCP, Cargo Claims and Risk Manager, Jarrett Logistics
Erin Topper, Manager - Pricing Services, Old Dominion Freight Line
12:00pm-1:30pm Luncheon - Guest Speaker: BALLROOM C
Charles Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer, Port Houston
1:30pm-3:00pm General Session VI BALLROOM A/B
TRANSPORTATION ATTORNEY PANEL Leading transportation attorneys will discuss court decisions, legislation, regulations, “vicarious liability” of shippers and intermediaries; the status of independent contractors and other topics impacting shippers, carriers and intermediaries.
Moderator: George Carl Pezold, Esq., Pezold, Smith, Hirschmann & Selvaggio
Panelists: Steven Block, Esq., Ballard Spahr
Mark Blubaugh, Esq., Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff
Christina Nugent, Counsel, Hanson Bridgett
3:00pm-3:30pm Mid-Afternoon Break BALLROOM FOYER
3:30pm-5:00pm Workshop 3 BALLROOM A/B
TECHNOLOGY AND AI We continue to move toward with electric and hybrid trucks, new fuels, charging stations and infrastructure changes, but there are questions about hazards of lithium batteries, fuel tax revenues, fuel surcharges, and regulatory requirements. New technologies for tracking and identifying vehicles, reporting shipment locations and conditions, and ID verification have an Impact on cargo security. “AI” is transforming TMS and WMS systems, automating workplace operations for brokers and carriers. This workshop will bring you up to date on these developments.
Moderator: Jerry Jacobs, Director of Risk Management, Prosponsive Logistics
Panelists: Tyler Coventry, Executive VP Food, Kenan Advantage Group
Brittany Graft, Chief Operating Officer, Highway
Lizz Harrell, Founder and CEO, Sell Success
Paul Singer, Cofounder & CEO, Fleetworks
3:30pm-5:00pm Workshop 4 CONCORDE
MEET THE EXPERTS Would you like help with a problem or have questions that need answers? Then this session is perfect. A pre-scheduled one-on-one meeting with top transportation professionals will give you an opportunity to ask specific questions or get guidance with a problem. Each meeting will be 10-15 minutes of uninterrupted time with a presenter or panelist of your choice. Sign up at the registration table for your own personal consultation.
Coordinator: Nadia Martin. CCP, CDS, Loss Prevention & Carrier Compliance Manager, Blakeman Transportation
6:30pm-9:30pm PRESIDENT’S RECEPTION BALLROOM C
7:30am-8:30am Pre-Meeting Breakfast BALLROOM FOYER
7:30am-10:00am Registration BALLROOM FOYER
8:30am-10:00am General SESSION VII BALLROOM A/B
UPDATE – THE NEW NMFC AND LTL PRICING The NMFC is reclassifying hundreds of articles with new density-based classifications that will “go live” on July 19th and will have widespread impact on LTL pricing and shipping practices. Panelists will focus on the practical considerations – what shippers, carriers and brokers need to know and to adapt to the changes. Topics will include: Which articles and kind of shipments will be reclassified and which will not; Impacts on TMS & WMS, software, bills of lading and shipping procedures; optimizing packaging for savings; Potential disputes over freight charges and liability limitations based on density; Shipper-carrier contract considerations.
Moderator: Jessica Renner, CCP, Cargo Claims and Risk Manager, Jarrett Logistics
Panelists: Ed A. Caruso, President, Lakeshore Logistics
Darryl Gash, Corporate Logistics Manager, Dillard’s Logistics
Keith Peterson, Director of Operations, NMFTA
Matt VanDerPol, Director of Yield Administration and Rating Services, ArcBest
10:00am-10:30am Mid-Morning Break BALLROOM FOYER
10:30am-12:00pm General SESSION VI II BALLROOM A/B
FREIGHT CLAIMS - QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Panelists will tackle questions submitted by the audience and to the Council's "Q&A" forum, tell how they would answer them from both a shipper and carrier viewpoint, and give suggestions on how to resolve difficult situations. Be sure to bring your questions to this session! Moderator: Brandon Arnold, CTB, VP, Business Development, Tucker Company Worldwide
Panelists: David Nordt, CCP, Executive Director of CCPAC & National Director of Claims, GEODIS
Richard Rathbun, CCP, Corporate Cargo Claims, Allen Lund Company
Carla Bay Rumford, CCP, Sr. Operations Support Manager, BM2 Freight Services
Raymond A. Selvaggio, Esq., Pezold, Smith, Hirschmann & Selvaggio
Deena Walechka, CCP, Claims Specialist II, Risk Mgmt., FedEx Custom Critical
Eric Zalud, Esq., Benesch, Friedlander Coplan & Aronoff
12:00pm Grand Prize Drawing & Adjournment BALLROOM A/B Winner must be present